Every year, participants at the Cork Summer Show compete for the chance to win generous prize money, take home the coveted red ribbon, or have their name proudly engraved on one of our beautiful silver perpetual trophies.
The Curraheen Showgrounds will be open to the public from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st June 2026 — two unforgettable days packed with excitement, competition, and entertainment for all ages.
We’re delighted to welcome exhibitors from across the country to take part in an incredible variety of competitions — from Arts, Crafts, and Baking to Equestrian, Livestock, Goats, Sheep, Pigs, and Poultry, as well as Floral Art, Horticulture, and the ever-popular Vintage Vehicles section. Competitions open in spring 2026, and full details of all events and entry guidelines can be found on our Competitions page. Whether you’re aiming for first place or simply taking part for the joy of competing, we can’t wait to see your entries at the Cork Summer Show 2026!
Each year, visitors from all over Cork and Munster flock to the Show to experience everything it has to offer — live music, delicious food, unique shopping and trade stands, the Pet Dog Show, the Funfair, farm animals, vintage machinery, cookery displays, health and wellness exhibits, lifestyle showcases, and so much more.
Come and be part of one of Ireland’s biggest and best summer events — the Cork Summer Show 2026 — where community, creativity, and country life come together in one spectacular celebration!
